Public Policy Forum Scholarship
About Public Policy Forum
NAEYC’s annual Public Policy Forum (PPF) is returning to Washington, D.C. in 2025, where we will bring together hundreds of early childhood educators and stakeholders to strengthen our advocacy skills, expand our policy knowledge, deepen our relationships with Congressional offices, and build a powerful movement across states and communities!
This multi-day forum will support new and seasoned advocates in sharing their stories as part of an effort to deliver a clear, unified, and coherent message to policymakers on the importance of investing in high quality early childhood education and early childhood educators. During a wide range of dynamic, engaging sessions, participants will be able to build community and gain skills through trainings, resources, and conversations with policymakers, experts, and leaders. The Forum will culminate in a powerful Day on the Hill with hundreds of policymakers focused on child care and early learning.
Public Policy Forum Dates & Scholarship Information
The dates for the 2025 Public Policy Forum are Sunday, February 23 – Tuesday, February 25. The Iowa AEYC team will fly on Saturday, February 22 and return February 25 at the conclusion of the Forum.
If you are interested in attending NAEYC’s Public Policy Forum, please fill out the scholarship application below by December 6. If awarded, the scholarship will cover all expenses associated with attending PPF: registration, mileage, airfare, meals, and hotel. This scholarship does not cover income loss for missing employment to attend the forum.
Please note that space to attend NAEYC’s Public Policy Forum is limited. Acceptance of applications is not guaranteed. If you are chosen for this scholarship, you will receive follow-up information from Iowa AEYC regarding additional details by no later than early January 2025.
